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Derin yapay sinir ağlarını uygunluk fonksiyonu olarak kullanan genetik algoritma ile jeotermal sistemlerin optimize edilmesi
No full textBu çalışmada, jeotermal enerji santrallerine genel bir bakış sunulmuş ve kullanılan optimizasyon yöntemleri özetlenmiştir. Bu optimizasyon yöntemlerinden olan sezgisel yöntemlerin avantajları ve geliştirilen modellerin sonuçları açıklanmıştır. Jeotermal sistemlerin optimizasyonundaki zorluklar, özellikle bu sistemlerin optimizasyonu için çok sayıda parametrenin kullanımı ve sistemlerin karmaşıklığından kaynaklanan sınırlamalar da ele alınmıştır. Sezgisel yöntemler, son dönemde yaygın olarak kullanılan yapay sinir ağları ve genetik algoritmalar genel hatlarıyla açıklanmıştır. Bu tez kapsamında İzmir ilindeki bir ORC jeotermal enerji santraline ait işletme verileri kullanılarak yenilikçi bir optimizasyon yöntemi geliştirilmiştir. Genetik algoritmada uygunluk fonksiyonu olarak yapay sinir ağlarını kullanan hesaplama yöntemi ile brüt güç 4.943 kW değerinden 6.624 kW değerine getirilerek optimum işletme şartları geliştirilmiştir. Sonuç olarak net güç çıktısında %39,41'lik bir artış sağlanmıştır. Farklı senaryolar da incelenerek geliştirilen özgün hesaplama yönteminin jeotermal sistemlerin optimizasyonunda kullanılabileceği açıklanmıştır.This study presents a comprehensive analysis of geothermal power plants and provides a systematic review of the optimization methodologies employed in their operation. Particular emphasis is placed on heuristic optimization techniques, detailing their advantages and the outcomes derived from the developed models. The inherent challenges associated with geothermal system optimization specifically, the constraints arising from system complexity and the necessity of integrating numerous parameters are critically examined. Furthermore, heuristic approaches, including artificial neural networks and genetic algorithms, which have gained significant traction in recent research, are systematically outlined. Within the scope of this research, an advanced optimization methodology was developed utilizing operational data from an Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) geothermal power plant in İzmir. By incorporating artificial neural networks as a fitness function within a genetic algorithm, the proposed computational framework successfully enhanced the gross power output from 4.943 kW to 6.624 kW, thereby determining the optimal operating conditions. Consequently, a 39.41% increase in net power output was achieved. Additionally, multiple operational scenarios were analyzed, demonstrating the efficacy and applicability of the proposed computational approach in optimizing geothermal energy systems
Adölesan voleybolculara uygulanan kombine egzersiz programının denge, koordinasyon ile esneklik ve motor performans üzerine etkisi
No full textAmaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı; kombine egzersiz programlarının adölesan voleybolcularda denge, koordinasyon ile esneklik ve motor performans üzerine etkisinin karşılaştırılmasıdır.
Gereç ve Yöntemler: Çalışmaya Burdur ile Gölhisar ilçesinde voleybol sporunu yapmakta olan 12-18 yaş arasındaki 12 kız, 12 erkek olmak üzere 24 kişi dahil edildi. Eğitim grubuna 5 dk ısınma, 60 dakika eğitim fazı (15 dk Pliyometrik, 15 dk denge, 15 dk dirençli egzersiz, 15 koordinasyon), 5 dk soğuma fazı olacak şekilde egzersiz eğitimi verildi. Kontrol grubu normal voleybol egzersizlerine devam etti. Eğitim haftada 2 gün olacak şekilde 8 hafta verildi ve ardından değerlendirmeler tekrarlandı. Değerlendirmeler; manuel kas kuvveti değerlendirmesi, Bruininks Oseretsky Motor Yeterlilik Testi (BOT-2) kısa form ve otur-uzan esneklik testleriyle gerçekleştirildi.
Bulgular: Eğitim ve kontrol grupları arasında eğitim sonrası kas kuvveti değerlendirmelerinde; kalça fleksiyon-ekstansiyon, kalça abdüksiyon-addüksiyon, diz fleksiyon-ekstansiyon, omuz fleksiyonu-ekstansiyon, omuz abdüksiyon-addüksiyon, BOT-2 alt parametrelerinde; ince motor hassasiyet, ince motor entegrasyon, elbeceri, üst ekstremite koordinasyon ve otur-uzan esneklik test ölçümlerinde istatistiksel olarak anlamlı fark görülmedi (p>0,05). İki grup arasında kas kuvveti değerlendirmelerinde dirsek fleksiyonu ve ekstansiyonu, BOT-2 toplam skorlarında, BOT-2 alt parametrelerinde; bilateral koordinasyon, koşma hızı ve çeviklik, denge ve güç skorlarında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı farklılıklar tespit edildi (p0,05).
Sonuç: Kombine egzersiz programı uygulanan adölesan voleybolcularda genel kas kuvveti değerlerinde ve esneklik ölçümlerinde artışlar saptansa da bu artışlar anlamlı olmadığı görülmüştür. 8 haftalık egzersiz eğitiminin voleybolcularda dirsek fleksiyon ve ekstansiyon kas kuvvetini ve BOT-2 motor yeterlilik toplam test skorlarını, BOT-2 alt parametrelerde denge, güç, bilateral koordinasyon, koşma hızı ve çeviklik skorlarını anlamlı derecede artırmıştır.Aim: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of combined exercise programs to applied adolescent volleyball players on balance, coordination, flexibility and motor performance.
Materials and Methods: Twenty-four participants (12 girls and 12 boys) between the ages of 12-18 years, who were practicing volleyball in Gölhisar district of Burdur were included in the study. The training group was given exercise training for 5 min warm-up, 60 min training phase (15 min plyometric, 15 min balance, 15 min resistance exercise, 15 coordination), 5 min cool down phase. The control group continued with normal volleyball exercises. The training was given for 8 weeks, 2 days a week, and then the evaluations were repeated. Assessments were performed with manual muscle strength assessment, BOT-2 short form and sit-reach flexibility tests.
Results: There was no statistically significant difference between the training and control groups in muscle strength evaluation in hip flexion-extension, hip abduction-adduction, knee flexion-extension, shoulder flexion-extension, shoulder abduction-adduction, BOT-2 sub-parameters; fine motor precision, fine motor integration, dexterity, upper extremity coordination and sit-reach flexibility test measurements (p>0,05). Statistically significant differences were found between the two groups in muscle strength evaluations in elbow flexion and extension, BOT-2 total scores, BOT-2 sub-parameters; bilateral coordination, running speed and agility, balance and power scores (p0,05).
Conclusion: Although there were increases in general muscle strength values and flexibility measurements in adolescent volleyball players who underwent a combined exercise program, these increases were not significant. The 8-week exercise training program significantly increased elbow flexion and extension muscle strength and BOT-2 motor competence total test scores and BOT-2 sub-parameters; balance, power, bilateral coordination, running speed and agility scores
Investigating the effect of body shape on denim clothing fit
No full textTatman, Derya/0000-0001-8498-2512; Ural, Ozge/0000-0002-6958-1670Denim products have original visual effects that are integrated with their sewing features. This initial aesthetic appearance risks deterioration if seams are modified because clothing does not fit. Clothing fit problems caused by variations in body shape are sensitive issues that need to be explicitly examined for denim products. In this work, to investigate the effects of body shape on denim clothing fit, denim overalls were chosen, as they cover three primary areas (chest, waist, hips) which are mainly used to define body shapes. For this purpose, overalls were designed in size 40 using 3D fashion design software. In the first part of the study, the size-40 avatar in the program was dressed in denim overalls using four different constructions of denim fabric. Clothing fit for the standard body shape for each fabric was evaluated using tension and pressure maps. Fabric 2, having an average value in terms of weight, thickness, bend, and stretch among the fabrics, was chosen for the second part of the study to examine the effect of body shape on clothing fit. Subsequently, five avatars with different body shapes were designed. Then, for the five different body shapes, avatars were dressed in overalls in the chosen denim fabric. Clothing fit values were evaluated using software tension and pressure maps and found to be within acceptable limits, which is considered ideal. The fit evaluation indicated that varying body shapes with extra width or narrowness of the chest, waist, and hip lines affected the clothing fit
Identifying key features of islamic mobile apps through fuzzy kano's model
No full textPurposeThis paper aims to identify the major attractive design features of Islamic mobile apps that have the greatest impact on consumer satisfaction using the Kano model, an organized approach to specify consumer requirements and expectation through a preference classification technique.Design/methodology/approachUsing a quantitative research method, the data were obtained through a self-administered online survey. A total of 1,262 useable data were analysed through fuzzy Kano model method.FindingsThe results suggest that while the pictures, sounds and advertisements are the most important attractive design features for hijab clothing mobile apps users' satisfaction, the least important design features are payment methods, colour and using an Islamic (Muslim) calendar.Research limitations/implicationsThe key limitation of the present study is that the data had to be gathered by convenience sampling method due to financial and time costs pressure since the study was not supported by any sponsor, and the aim was to obtain the data quicker.Practical implicationsThe current paper presents crucial theoretical and managerial implications for future research by integrating the Kano model with Islamic mobile app development-related theoretical models for designing and developing Islamic mobile apps.Originality/valueThough there were some studies on mobile application design, this paper separates from previous studies in several aspects. Firstly, the study is one of the few practice papers that focuses on Islamic mobile application design through consumer culture theory. In addition, to the best of the authors' knowledge, this is the first paper that addresses the topic using the method of the current study
Evlilik öncesi ve evlilikte manevi rehberlik ve danışma hizmetlerinin önemi̇
No full textBu araştırmanın temel amacı, evlilik öncesi ve evlilik sürecinde manevi rehberlik ve
danışmanlık hizmetlerinin önemini ve etkilerini incelemektir. Evlilik, bireyler arasındaki en
karmaşık ve sürekli ilişki türlerinden biri olup, manevi değerlerin bu süreçteki rolü son
derece kritiktir. Manevi rehberlik ve danışmanlık hizmetleri, evlilik öncesinde bireylerin
manevi hazırlıklarını tamamlamalarına, evlilik sürecinde ise karşılaşabilecekleri zorluklarla
başa çıkmalarına yardımcı olur. Araştırma, bu hizmetlerin çiftlerin uyum, bağlılık ve genel
ilişki kalitesi üzerindeki etkilerini ortaya koymayı amaçlamaktadır. Bu bağlamda, manevi
rehberlik ve danışmanlık hizmetlerinin bireylerin manevi değerlerini koruma ve geliştirme
süreçlerine katkı sağlayarak, evlilik ilişkilerini daha sağlam temeller üzerine inşa etmelerine
olanak tanıdığı vurgulanmaktadır. Bu çalışma, evlilik öncesi ve evlilik sürecinde sunulan
manevi rehberlik ve danışmanlık hizmetlerinin önemini anlamak amacıyla kapsamlı bir
literatür taraması yöntemi kullanılarak gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırma kapsamında, ilgili
literatürde yer alan akademik çalışmalar, kitaplar ve makaleler titizlikle incelenmiş, bu
hizmetlerin teorik temelleri ve uygulama alanları analiz edilmiştir. Literatür taraması, evlilik
sürecinde manevi rehberlik ve danışmanlık hizmetlerinin bireylerin ve çiftlerin manevi
gelişimlerine olan katkılarını değerlendirmeyi ve bu hizmetlerin evlilik ilişkilerindeki yerini
anlamayı hedeflemiştir. Yapılan literatür taraması sonucunda, manevi rehberlik ve
danışmanlık hizmetlerinin hem evlilik öncesi hem de evlilik sürecinde çiftler için kritik bir
destek mekanizması olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Bu hizmetlerin, evlilik öncesinde bireylerin
manevi açıdan birbirlerine uyum sağlamalarını kolaylaştırdığı, evlilik sürecinde ise
karşılaşılan krizlerin manevi bir perspektifle ele alınmasını sağladığı görülmüştür.
Araştırma, bu hizmetlerin evlilik ilişkilerinde manevi değerlerin korunmasına, çiftlerin
birbirlerine olan bağlılıklarının güçlenmesine ve genel ilişki kalitesinin artmasına önemli
katkılar sağladığını ortaya koymaktadır. Ayrıca, manevi rehberlik ve danışmanlık
hizmetlerinin, evlilikte karşılaşılan iletişim sorunları ve çatışmaların çözümünde etkin bir
rol oynadığı, çiftlerin manevi gelişimlerini destekleyerek, ilişkilerinde daha derin ve anlamlı
bağlar kurmalarına yardımcı olduğu sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.The primary aim of this research is to examine the importance and effects of spiritual
guidance and counseling services in pre-marriage and marriage periods. Marriage is one of
the most complex and enduring types of relationships between individuals, and the role of
spiritual values in this process is critically important. Spiritual guidance and counseling
services help individuals complete their spiritual preparation before marriage and assist them
in overcoming challenges they may encounter during marriage. This research aims to reveal
the impact of these services on couples' harmony, commitment, and overall relationship
quality. In this context, it is emphasized that spiritual guidance and counseling services
contribute to the preservation and development of individuals' spiritual values, allowing
marriage relationships to be built on stronger foundations. This study was conducted using
an extensive literature review method to understand the significance of spiritual guidance
and counseling services offered before and during marriage. Relevant academic studies,
books, and articles in the literature were meticulously reviewed, and the theoretical
foundations and application areas of these services were analyzed. The literature review
aimed to evaluate the contributions of spiritual guidance and counseling services to the
spiritual development of individuals and couples during the marriage process and to
understand the role of these services in marital relationships. The literature review revealed
that spiritual guidance and counseling services are a critical support mechanism for couples
both before and during marriage. These services were found to facilitate couples' spiritual
alignment before marriage and to address crises encountered during marriage from a spiritual
perspective. The research demonstrates that these services make significant contributions to
the preservation of spiritual values in marriage relationships, strengthen couples'
commitment to each other, and enhance overall relationship quality. Additionally, it was
concluded that spiritual guidance and counseling services play an effective role in resolving
communication issues and conflicts encountered in marriage, supporting couples' spiritual
development, and helping them establish deeper and more meaningful bonds in their
relationships
Paslanmaz çelik tel örgü dokuların şekillendirme kabiliyetinin deneysel olarak incelenmesi
No full textTel örgü dokuların günümüzde kullanım alanları oldukça artmıştır. Kullanım alanları artan bu malzemelere şekil verilmesi oldukça önemli bir hal almıştır. Bu tez çalışması kapsamında tel örgü dokuların şekil verilmesi için kullanılan yöntemlerden biri olan derin çekme üretim yöntemi üzerinde çalışma yapılmıştır. Birbirinden farklı dokuma tipi ve dokuma sıklığına sahip tel örgü dokuların derin çekme kabiliyeti incelenmiştir. İnceleme sonucunda çapraz dokunmuş tel örgülerin derin çekme kabiliyetinin, düz dokuma tipine sahip tellere göre daha fazla olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Kesim yönünün derin çekme kalitesini değiştirdiği gözlemlenmiştir. Dokuma sıklığı arttığında tel örgü dokuların şekil alma kabiliyetinin azaldığı görülmüştür. Derin çekme işleminde zımba ve baskı plakası geometrisi değiştirilmiştir. Dairesel ve kare formunda 1 mm, 3 mm, 5 mm zımba uç yarıçapına sahip zımbalar derin çekme deneylerinde kullanılmıştır. Deney sonucunda dairesel ve 5 mm zımba uç yarıçapına sahip zımbalar kullanılarak yapılan deneyde tel dokuların daha iyi şekil aldığı tespit edilmiştir. Baskı plakası geometrisine 5 mm ve 2,5 mm yükseklik ve genişliğine sahip formlar eklenmiştir. Eklenen formların derin çekme işlemini olumsuz yönde etkilediği tespit edilmiştir. 50 mm, 40 mm ve 30 mm yüksekliğine sahip zımbalar ile yapılan derin çekme işlemi yapılmıştır. Derin çekme derinliği arttıkça tel örgü dokuların şekil alma kabiliyetinin azaldığı tespit edilmiştirThe use of wire mesh has increased considerably today. Shaping these materials, whose areas of use have increased, has become important. Within the scope of this thesis, a study was conducted on the deep drawing production method, which is one of the methods used for shaping wire mesh fabrics. The deep drawing ability of wire mesh with different weaving types and weaving densities was examined. As a result of the examination, it was determined that the deep drawing ability of cross-woven wire meshes was higher than that of wires with plain weaving type. It was observed that the cutting direction changed the deep drawing quality. It was observed that the shaping ability of wire mesh decreased when the weaving density increased. The punch and pressure plate geometry was changed in the deep drawing process. Punch and pressure plate shapes with 1 mm, 3 mm, and 5 mm punch radius in circular and square forms were used in deep drawing experiments. As a result of the experiment, it was determined that wire mesh took better shape in the experiment conducted using circular and 5 mm punch radius punches. Forms with 5 mm and 2.5 mm height and width were added to the pressure plate geometry. The added forms have been determined to negatively affect the deep drawing process. The deep drawing process was carried out with punches of 50 mm, 40 mm, and 30 mm height. It was observed that the ability of wire mesh to take shape decreased as the deep drawing depth increased
Anne-kız çatışmalarının çözümünde manevi danışmanlık ve rehberliğin imkânları
No full textBu araştırma, anne-kız ilişkilerinde sıklıkla yaşanan çatışmaların çözümünde
manevi danışmanlık ve rehberlik yaklaşımlarının etkilerini incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır.
Anne-kız ilişkileri, aile yapısında ve bireylerin psikososyal gelişiminde kritik bir öneme
sahiptir. Ancak, bu ilişkilerde zaman zaman ortaya çıkan çatışmalar, hem bireyler üzerinde
derin psikolojik etkiler yaratmakta hem de aile içi dengeyi olumsuz etkileyebilmektedir.
Bu bağlamda, manevi danışmanlık ve rehberliğin bu tür çatışmaların çözümünde nasıl bir
rol oynayabileceği araştırılmıştır. Araştırma, literatür taraması yöntemi kullanılarak
gerçekleştirilmiş olup, mevcut çalışmaların derinlemesine analizi yoluyla manevi
danışmanlığın anne-kız ilişkilerindeki çatışmaları nasıl etkilediği incelenmiştir. Elde
edilen bulgular, manevi danışmanlık ve rehberliğin, anne-kız ilişkilerinde iletişimi
güçlendirdiğini, empatiyi artırdığını ve çatışmaların çözümüne yapıcı katkılar sunduğunu
ortaya koymaktadır. Bu çalışma, literatüre önemli bir katkı sağlayarak, manevi
danışmanlık uygulamalarının aile içi ilişkilerin iyileştirilmesinde nasıl etkili bir araç
olabileceğini göstermektedir.This study aims to examine the effects of spiritual counseling and guidance
approaches in resolving conflicts frequently experienced in mother-daughter relationships.
Mother-daughter relationships are of critical importance in the family structure and the
psychosocial development of individuals. However, conflicts that occasionally arise in
these relationships can both create deep psychological effects on individuals and
negatively affect the balance within the family. In this context, it was investigated how
spiritual counseling and guidance can play a role in resolving such conflicts. The study
was conducted using the literature review method and examined how spiritual counseling
affects conflicts in mother-daughter relationships through in-depth analysis of existing
studies. The findings obtained reveal that spiritual counseling and guidance strengthen
communication in mother-daughter relationships, increase empathy, and provide
constructive contributions to the resolution of conflicts. This study makes a significant
contribution to the literature and shows how spiritual counseling practices can be an
effective tool in improving family relationships
Global practice patterns and variations in the medical and surgical management of nonobstructive azoospermia: results of a world-wide survey, guidelines and expert recommendations
No full textSethupathy, Tamilselvi/0000-0001-9842-3279; Kulaksız, Deniz/0000-0003-2351-1367; Hamoda, Taha/0000-0002-8070-4088; Toprak, Tuncay/0000-0003-1348-5273; Arslan, Umut/0000-0003-3862-3644; Altay, Baris/0000-0002-3101-8022; liguori, giovanni/0000-0003-2431-5296; Saylam, Baris/0000-0003-3256-8752; Dang, Anh/0000-0002-2317-6493; Vishwakarma, Ranjit/0000-0002-6784-2830; Sheibak, Nadia/0000-0002-8617-4727; Eugeni, Elena/0000-0003-1028-0555; Nguyen, Tuan Thanh/0000-0002-4309-8082; KOTHARI, PRIYANK/0000-0002-3940-952X; Ragab, Maged/0000-0003-4790-3322; Gul, Murat/0000-0002-6657-6227; Sokolakis, Ioannis/0000-0002-1938-8004; Asci, Ramazan/0000-0002-2119-8963; Saleh, Ramadan/0000-0003-0503-3533; kareem Dhumad Alfatlawy, Noor/0000-0002-5682-5007; Roses, Murat/0000-0003-0215-6343; ElBardisi, Haitham/0000-0003-3902-7924; Thomas, Charalampos/0000-0003-0139-2221; Teixeira, Thiago/0000-0002-6598-2442; Shah, Rupin/0000-0002-7868-5949; Adriansjah, Ricky/0000-0002-9733-3092; Musa, Dr. Muhammad Ujudud/0000-0002-1095-5447; ziouziou, imad/0000-0002-9844-6080; Salvio, Gianmaria/0000-0001-9290-5699; Motawi, Ahmad/0000-0003-0962-0604; Hasan, Mohamed Saeed Mohamed/0000-0001-8814-7741; AL HASHIMI, MANAF/0000-0002-2458-179X; Marino, Angelo/0000-0002-3558-8153; Deger, Muslim Dogan/0000-0002-5095-7770; Kalkanli, Arif/0000-0001-6509-4720; Rambhatla, Amarnath/0000-0002-1383-6670; Nguyen, Quang/0000-0002-1670-8885; Khalafalla, Kareim/0000-0001-9476-4869; Tadros, Nick/0000-0002-2272-235X; Kandil, Hussein/0000-0002-5549-3274; singh, keerti/0000-0001-7532-1229; Busetto, Gian Maria/0000-0002-7291-0316; Ceyhan, Erman/0000-0001-8223-6399; Nguyen Truong, Manh/0000-0002-5924-841X; Atmoko, Widi/0000-0002-7793-7083; Aydos, Kaan/0000-0001-7691-5459; Rajmil, Osvaldo/0000-0003-1987-9206; Ceker, Gokhan/0000-0002-7891-9450Purpose: Non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA) is a common, but complex problem, with multiple therapeutic options and a lack of clear guidelines. Hence, there is considerable controversy and marked variation in the management of NOA. This survey evaluates contemporary global practices related to medical and surgical management for patients with NOA. Materials and Methods: A 56-question online survey covering various aspects of the evaluation and management of NOA was sent to specialists around the globe. This paper analyzes the results of the second half of the survey dealing with the management of NOA. Results have been compared to current guidelines, and expert recommendations have been provided using a Delphi process. Results: Participants from 49 countries submitted 336 valid responses. Hormonal therapy for 3 to 6 months was suggested before surgical sperm retrieval (SSR) by 29.6% and 23.6% of participants for normogonadotropic hypogonadism and hypergonadotropic hypogonadism respectively. The SSR rate was reported as 50.0% by 26.0% to 50.0% of participants. Interestingly, 46.0% reported successful SSR in 10% of men with Klinefelter syndrome and 41.3% routinely recommended preimplantation genetic testing. Varicocele repair prior to SSR is recommended by 57.7%. Half of the respondents (57.4%) reported using ultrasound to identify the most vascularized areas in the testis for SSR. One-third proceed directly to microdissection testicular sperm extraction (mTESE) in every case of NOA while others use a staged approach. After a failed conventional TESE, 23.8% wait for 3 months, while 33.1% wait for 6 months before proceeding to mTESE. The cut-off of follicle-stimulating hormone for positive SSR was reported to be 12-19 IU/mL by 22.5% of participants and 20-40 IU/mL by 27.8%, while 31.8% reported no upper limit. Conclusions: This is the largest survey to date on the real-world medical and surgical management of NOA by reproductive experts. It demonstrates a diverse practice pattern and highlights the need for evidence-based international consensus guidelines
Innovative approaches of optimization methods used in geothermal power plants: artificial neural networks and genetic algorithms
No full textIn this study, a general description of geothermal power plants is provided, and the optimization methods used are summarized. Following the review of these optimization methods, the advantages of heuristic methods and the success of the developed models are demonstrated. The challenges in optimizing geothermal systems, including the limitations due to their complexity and the use of multiple parameters, are discussed. Heuristic methods, particularly the widely used artificial neural networks and genetic algorithms, are explained in general terms. Recent studies highlight that the combined use of artificial neural networks and genetic algorithms can produce faster and more consistent results. This demonstrates the benefits of using advanced methods for geothermal resource utilization and power plant optimization. An innovative optimization method has been developed using the operational data of an ORC geothermal power plant in the city of Izmir. The computational method, using genetic algorithms with artificial neural networks as the fitness function, has identified the optimal operating conditions, achieving a 39.41% increase in net power output. The plant's gross power generation has increased from 4943 kW to 6624 kW
The Effect of Diabetes Education Given To Children With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus With Digital Games and Video Animation on Quality of Life
No full textPurpose: The aim of the study was to examine the effects of diabetes education given to children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus with digital game and video animation on quality of life and metabolic control. Design and methods: The study was an experimental single-blind, randomized controlled design. It was conducted with a total of 55 children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, consisting of a study (n = 27) and a control group (n = 28). Data were collected by the "Introductory Information Form", "Pediatric Quality of Life 3.0 Diabetes Mellitus Module (PedsQL 3.0)" and "Metabolic Control Parameters Monitoring Form". Data were analyzed with Mann Whitney U, Chi square, Friedman and Bonferroni Dunn tests. Results: The descriptive characteristics of children with type 1 diabetes mellitus were homogeneous. The total mean quality of life scores of children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus in the study group were significantly higher than those in the control group (p 0,05). The average HbA1c scores of the children in the study group decreased (p 0,05), while the average HbA1c scores of the control group increased (p 0,05). Conclusions: Digital game and video animation based education was found to be effective in improving the quality of life of children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and reducing HbA1c. Practice implications: Providing diabetes education to children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus with digital games and video animations can facilitate diabetes management. (c) 2025 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.Pamukkale University Scientific Re-search Projects Coordination Unit [2021SABE013]BOLD>Fundings/BOLD> This research was supported by Pamukkale University Scientific Re-search Projects Coordination Unit through Project number 2021SABE013